Words I Never Said
Lupe Fiasco
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It's so loud inside my head With words that I should have said As I drown in my regrets I can't take back the words I never said I can't take back the words I never said I really think the war on terror is a bunch of bullshit Just a poor excuse for you to use up all your bullets How much money does it take to really make a full clip Nine eleven building seven did they really pull it? Uh, and a bunch of other cover ups Your child's future was the first to go with budget cuts If you think that hurts then, wait here comes the uppercut The school was garbage in the first place, that's on the up and up Keep you at the bottom but tease you with the upper crust You get it then they move you so you never keeping up enough If you turn on TV all you see's a bunch of "what the fucks" Dude is dating so and so blabbering bout such and such And that ain't Jersey Shore, homie that's the news And these the same people that supposed to be telling us the truth Limbaugh is a racist, Glenn Beck is a racist Gaza strip was getting bombed, Obama didn't say shit That's why I ain't vote for him, next one either I'ma part of the problem, my problem is I'm peaceful And I believe in the people Yeah It's so loud inside my head With words that I should have said! As I drown in my regrets I can't take back the words I never said I can't take back the words I never said Now you can say it ain't our fault if we never heard it But if we know better than we probably deserve it Jihad is not a holy war, wheres that in the worship? Murdering is not Islam! And you are not observant And you are not a Muslim Israel don't take my side 'cause look how far you've pushed them Walk with me into the ghetto, this where all the Kush went Complain about the liquor store but what you drinking liquor for? Complain about the gloom but when'd you pick a broom up? Just listening to Pac ain't gone make it stop A rebel in your thoughts, ain't gon' make it halt If you don't become an actor you'll never be a factor Pills with million side effects Take 'em when the pains felt Wash them down with diet soda Killin' off your brain cells Crooked banks around the World Would gladly give a loan today So if you ever miss a payment They can take your home away It's so loud inside my head With words that I should have said! As I drown in my regrets I can't take back the words I never said, never said I can't take back the words I never said I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence Fear is such a weak emotion that's why I despise it We scared of almost everything, afraid to even tell the truth So scared of what you think of me, I'm scared of even telling you Sometimes I'm like the only person I feel safe to tell it to I'm locked inside a cell in me, I know that there's a jail in you Consider this your bailing out, so take a breath, inhale a few My screams is finally getting free, my thoughts is finally yelling through It's so loud inside my head With words that I should have said As I drown in my regrets I can't take back the words I never said
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Written by: Alexander Junior Grant, Holly Hafermann, Wasalu Jaco
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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11 facts about this song
Artist Background"Words I Never Said" is a song by American rapper Lupe Fiasco. Born as Wasalu Muhammad Jaco, the rapper is known for his thought-provoking lyrics and social activism.
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AlbumThe song is from his third studio album called "Lasers," which was released in 2011. The album topped the US Billboard 200 chart.
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CollaborationThe song features vocals from American singer-songwriter Skylar Grey, who is known for her hauntingly beautiful voice and evocative lyrics.
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Content"Words I Never Said" is a politically-charged song that criticises the American government, media, and societal norms. Fiasco addresses issues like the war on terror, oil crisis, financial meltdown, and suppression of free speech. It is one of his most controversial works.
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Critical ReceptionWhile the song wasn't at the top of the charts, it was widely respected for its deeply meaningful context, earning Lupe Fiasco critical acclaim for his outspokenness.
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Music VideoThe music video, directed by Sanaa Hamri, presents Fiasco as a political prisoner in a dystopian future. The video served as a platform to further express the song's strong political statements.
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Skylar Grey's RoleSkylar Grey, the co-artist in the track, is also the co-writer. She has expressed in interviews that the song's heavy subject matter is a reflection of their concern about the state of the world.
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CensorshipDue to its content, the song was the cause of a minor controversy when Lupe Fiasco incidentally criticized President Obama during a live performance, leading to his removal from stage by security.
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Production"Words I Never Said" was produced by British music producer Alex da Kid, who is widely recognized for his work in hip hop and pop music.
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SuccessThe song peaked at number 89 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 77 on the Canadian Hot 100 chart. Even if it didn't reach high positions, it remained a fan and critic favorite.
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Cultural ImpactThis song is frequently used as an anthem at political rallies and protests, indicating its impact and resonance with the public.
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